Project Grant 2202691
Award Date
10/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$199K
Federal Agency
Office of Multidisciplinary Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.075
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
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